F1 showcases new drone footage from Austrian GP race weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:21 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Formula 1 released behind-the-scenes footage of the new high-speed drone shots captured during the Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring. Fans reacted positively to the cinematic quality of the footage, which included impressive long, swooping shots. However, some viewers expressed concerns about the stability of the drone shots for live broadcast. Drones have been previously used in F1, with notable advancements since the 2022 Spanish Grand Prix, where the first FPV drone was deployed.
- •F1 debuted high-speed drone footage at the Austrian GP.
- •George Russell won the race, with Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli on the podium.
- •Fans praised the cinematic appeal of the drone shots.
- •Some viewers noted issues with the stability of the live broadcast footage.
- •Drones have evolved significantly since their first use in F1 in 2022.
- 10:21 AMYahoo Sports — F1 shares behind-the-scenes look at "excellent" Austrian GP drone shots
- 10:21 AMMotorsport.com — F1 shares behind-the-scenes look at "excellent" Austrian GP drone shots
"Formula 1 has shared behind-the-scenes footage to show how the drone shots were achieved during the Austrian Grand Prix. Fans were quick to pick up on and praise the long, swooping shots during the live coverage of the race at the Red Bull Ring, where Mercedes driver George Russell took his second grand prix win of the season. Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli completed the podium. The ...Keep reading
"Formula 1’s new high-speed drone footage at the Austrian Grand Prix impressed fans with cinematic race shots
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 10:21 AMF1 shares behind-the-scenes look at "excellent" Austrian GP drone shots
Formula 1’s new high-speed drone footage at the Austrian Grand Prix impressed fans with cinematic race shots
- Motorsport.comJul 3, 2026, 10:21 AMF1 shares behind-the-scenes look at "excellent" Austrian GP drone shots
Formula 1 has shared behind-the-scenes footage to show how the drone shots were achieved during the Austrian Grand Prix. Fans were quick to pick up on and praise the long, swooping shots during the live coverage of the race at the Red Bull Ring, where Mercedes driver George Russell took his second grand prix win of the season. Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli completed the podium. The ...Keep reading
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